Deputy Principal

Cosgrove School; Papakura; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosgrove School in Papakura, Auckland is seeking an inspiring and dynamic Deputy Principal to lead curriculum planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes. The role emphasizes understanding the new curriculum and fostering strong leadership and collaboration within the leadership team.

The successful candidate will oversee English Language Learners support, manage the Junior Syndicate (Years 0-3), and work with team leaders to enhance teaching and learning across the

Qualifications

• Curriculum innovator with proven experience in leading school-wide planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes.
• Understanding of the new curriculum and the pedagogies that underpin this.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and foster a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge in English Language Learners support is advantageous.
• Understanding of school culture is desirable.
• Willingness to uphold the school culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead school-wide planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes.
• Oversee support for English Language Learners.
• Oversee the Junior Syndicate (Years 0-3).
• Work with team leaders to support teaching and learning in the Junior Syndicate area.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Team collaboration

English Language Learners

School culture

Uphold school culture

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are seeking an inspiring and dynamic Deputy Principal (6MU) to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will be a curriculum innovator with proven experience in leading school-wide planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes. An understanding of the new curriculum and the pedagogies that underpin this is vital. Strong leadership and strategic planning are essential. The ability to build trusting relationships and foster a collaborative environment is key.

Key responsibilities

• Lead school-wide planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes
• Oversee support for English Language Learners
• Oversee the Junior Syndicate (Years 0-3)
• Work with team leaders to support teaching and learning in the Junior Syndicate area

About you

• Curriculum innovator with proven experience in leading school-wide planning, delivery, and evaluation of teaching and learning programmes
• Understanding of the new curriculum and the pedagogies that underpin this
• Strong leadership and strategic planning capabilities
• Ability to build trusting relationships and foster a collaborative environment
• Knowledge in English Language Learners support is advantageous
• Understanding of school culture is desirable
• Willingness to uphold the school culture is essential

About us

Cosgrove School is located at 10 Cosgrave Road Papakura Auckland 2110. We offer a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.